Basic components G Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation. Loss of en- gine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. gled, preventing it from functioning. EMU26090 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition system; its operation is described below. G (off) With the main switch in the “ ” (off) posi- tion, the electrical circuits are off, and the key can be removed. G (on) With the main switch in the “ ” (on) posi- tion, the electrical circuits are on, and the key cannot be removed. NOTE:
The engine cannot be started with the lock plate removed. G (start) With the main switch in the “ ” (start) po- sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. 1. Lanyard 2. Lock plate EMU26011 Choke knob for pull type To supply the engine with the rich fuel mix- ture required to start, pull out this knob. EMU26141 Power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle The power trim and tilt system adjusts the outboard motor angle in relation to the tran- som. Pressing the switch “ ” (up) trims the outboard motor up, then tilts it up.
Pressing the switch “ ” (down) tilts the outboard mo- tor down and trims it down. When the switch is released, the outboard motor will stop in its current position. NOTE: For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see pages 34 and 36. ZMU03903 14